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orchidea18
Helpful | Level 5
7 years ago

How do I prevent Dropbox using so much memory on my computer? I already use SmartSync

How do I prevent Dropbox using so much memory on my computer? I already use SmarSync.  
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Jay's avatar
Jay
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7 years ago
Hi there, if you’re using Smart Sync, and your files are online-only, then they shouldn’t be taking up any space on your device.
 
Could you let us know more about this matter with a screenshot showing the space on your computer and why you believe it’s affecting it? Thanks!
  • orchidea18's avatar
    orchidea18
    Helpful | Level 5
    7 years ago

    I meant RAM. Dropbox is usung a lot if RAM- about 350 MB and my computer runs very slow, and is difficult to use. Dropbox uses 5 or 6 times more RAM than any ither program, even after using SmartSync on mist if my files.

      • tequejas's avatar
        tequejas
        Helpful | Level 6
        6 years ago

        Jay, that page goes to a 4xx Page. 

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